Egypt proposes two-day cease-fire to secure release of hostages in Gaza
Summary: Egypt's President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi has proposed a two-day cease-fire between Israel and Hamas, aiming to secure the release of four hostages in Gaza. The plan also includes the release of some Palestinian prisoners and humanitarian aid delivery.
This is the first public proposal from Egypt for a cease-fire since the conflict escalated. There has been no immediate response from Israel or Hamas. The last cease-fire occurred 11 months ago, during which 105 hostages were released.
In related developments, Israeli airstrikes in Gaza have resulted in significant casualties, with reports of at least 33 deaths, mostly women and children. The ongoing conflict has led to a humanitarian crisis, with aid groups warning of dire conditions in northern Gaza.
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